The annual sessions of the ‘Irfán Colloquium in 2014 will be held in English and Persian at Bosch Bahá'í School in Northern California, Louhelen Bahá'í School in Michigan, and Center for Bahá'í Studies in Acuto, Italy. The `Irfán Colloquium aims at promoting deeper and systematic studies in the scriptures of the world's religions from the Bahá'í perspective, as well as verities, fundamental principles of the belief system and the sacred writings of the Bahá'í Faith. The `Irfán Colloquium's program also includes presentations on the interface between the Bahá’í Faith and various religious traditions and schools of thought. Participating at the ‘Irfán Colloquium provides an opportunity for dialogue, networking and team-building among those engaged in Bahá’í studies. It is also a unique occasion for all those attending these gatherings to meet and associate with researchers and scholars and benefit from their presentations.

The presentation of research papers on topics related to the aims and objectives of the 'Irfán Colloquium is welcome. Kindly send, before 15 December 2013, the topic and abstract of your paper, and indicate the specific session or sessions of the 'Irfán Colloquium in 2014 at which you would like to participate, in order to be considered for inclusion in relevant programs for 2014.

The annual sessions of the ‘Irfán* Colloquium in 2014 will be held in English and Persian at Louhelen Bahá'í School in Michigan, October 9 to 12. `Irfán Colloquium aims at promoting deeper and systematic studies in the scriptures of the world's religions from the Bahá'í perspective, as well as verities, fundamental principles of the belief system and the sacred writings of the Bahá'í Faith. The `Irfán Colloquium's program also includes presentations on the interface between the Bahá’í Faith and various religious traditions and schools of thought as well as Bazm-i-Irfán for musical performances.

Participating at the ‘Irfán Colloquium provides an opportunity for dialogue, networking and team-building among those engaged in Bahá’í studies. It is also a unique occasion for all those attending these gatherings to meet and associate with researchers and scholars and benefit from their presentations. Those attending at the `Irfán Colloquium will receive a gift set of the `Irfán publications.